Valtice Chateau (Schloss Feldsberg)
Jihomoravský kraj
Valtice Chateau, historically known by its German name Schloss Feldsberg, stands as one of the most significant architectural monuments in the Czech Republic. For an impressive 700 years, it served as the principal residence of the powerful House of Liechtenstein. Originally acquired by the family in 1249, the estate was transformed over centuries into a magnificent aristocratic seat. The current structure showcases a stunning Baroque architectural style, a result of extensive rebuilding commissioned by Charles I, Prince of Liechtenstein, after the original Romanesque castle was damaged during the Hussite Wars. The chateau is a central component of the Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape, a vast area meticulously designed according to English landscape principles. In 1996, this unique blend of architecture and nature was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The estate is famously connected to the neighboring Lednice Castle by a historic seven-kilometer-long avenue established in 1715. Today, the chateau not only reflects the immense wealth and taste of the Liechtenstein dynasty but also serves as a testament to the complex history of the Central European region.
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Astuce: To fully appreciate the UNESCO-listed landscape, plan a full-day visit to explore both Valtice and the neighboring Lednice Castle. You can travel along the historic seven-kilometer avenue connecting the two estates, which is ideal for walking or cycling. Since the area has a deep historical connection to winemaking, take the opportunity to taste local wines during your visit. Purchasing tickets online in advance during the peak summer season is highly recommended to avoid long queues.
Faits intéressants
- •Valtice Chateau served as the principal residence of the House of Liechtenstein for 700 years, from 1249 until 1939.
- •The chateau is a core part of the Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape, which was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.
- •In 1715, Valtice was connected to the neighboring Lednice Castle by a 7-kilometer-long landscape avenue.
- •The town of Valtice was part of Lower Austria until 1919, when the Treaty of Saint-Germain assigned it to Czechoslovakia.
Histoire
The history of Valtice Chateau is deeply intertwined with the House of Liechtenstein, who acquired the estate in 1249.
Originally expanded in the late Romanesque style during the first half of the 13th century, the fortress suffered severe damage during the Hussite Wars.
It was subsequently rebuilt into a grand Baroque palace by Charles I, Prince of Liechtenstein.
The estate remained the family's primary residence until 1939, when they relocated to Vaduz due to the events of World War II.
Following the war, the property was confiscated by the Czechoslovak state under the Beneš decrees and remains state-owned today, despite ongoing restitution efforts by the Liechtenstein family.
Guide du lieu
Baroque Chateau Complex13th century (original), rebuilt in Baroque style
The main chateau building is a monumental architectural masterpiece that evolved from a medieval fortress into a grand aristocratic residence. It stands as a symbol of the wealth and influence of the Liechtenstein dynasty.
Petr Bezruč Avenue1715
A historic landscape avenue and road that connects Valtice Chateau with the neighboring Lednice Castle, passing through the meticulously designed English-style parkland.
Contact
Téléphone: 778 743 754